What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Centralia?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Centralia is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Centralia?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Centralia is to drive which takes 5h 35m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and Centralia?

No, there is no direct train from Kansas City to Centralia. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Centralia Amtrak via Naperville and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 48m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Centralia?

The distance between Kansas City and Centralia is 402 miles. The road distance is 309.7 miles.

How do I travel from Kansas City to Centralia without a car?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Centralia without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 43m and costs $65 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Centralia?

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Kansas City to Centralia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Centralia train from?

Kansas City to Centralia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kansas City station.

Where does the Kansas City to Centralia train arrive?

Kansas City to Centralia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Naperville Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Centralia?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Centralia is 310 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Kansas City to Centralia.

How do I get a train ticket from Kansas City to Centralia?

Book your Kansas City to Centralia train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Centralia?

There are seven+ hotels available in Centralia.

Kansas City to Centralia - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kansas City to Centralia by bus, train, car, plane, or train (Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the train from Carbondale to Centralia Amtraktrain
8h 43m
$69–155
Drive 307.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansas City to Centraliacar 307.9 mi
5h 35m
$57–82
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the train from Carbondale to Centralia Amtraktrain
10h 23m
$120–268
Fly to Williamson County Regional Airport, train
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane MCI - MWA
2. Take the train from Carbondale to Centralia Amtraktrain
8h 33m
$147–630
Train
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Naperville Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Centralia Amtraktrain
13h 48m
$208–443
Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane MCI - STL
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the train from Carbondale to Centralia Amtraktrain
8h 17m
$120–688

Kansas City to Centralia by bus and train

17Weekly Services

8h 43mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 399.3 mi
Duration: 8h 43m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Centralia, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Kansas City to Centralia Amtrak via Naperville and Chicago Union Station in around 13h 48m.

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